The average train between Rochdale and Falkirk takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale to Falkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Rochdale and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Salford Crescent and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Falkirk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Falkirk station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Rochdale to Falkirk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rochdale and Falkirk is 285 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Falkirk Grahamston via Salford Crescent, Preston, and Haymarket in around 5h 34m.